What are the responsibilities and job description for the Artist/Instructor position at Wine and Design Durham?
Wine & Design Durham is in search of passionate artists, who enjoy art outreach and education with the public. Customers will follow your instruction while they paint on their own stretched canvases with acrylic paint. The ideal person for this job will have an outgoing, captivating personality, strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work quickly and energetically with our team of artists. Must be available to work in both our Durham and Chapel Hill studios in the evenings. Only looking for applicants with weekend availability(Friday through Sunday).
Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Creating & developing paintings to be taught in classes, and used for promotional purposes.
- Developing & executing detailed teaching methods.
- Instructing customers during class in an energetic, clear, and well-paced manner while encouraging creativity.
- Assisting customers, and staff to ensure a smooth, and efficient class.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to design, teach, and execute quality, acrylic paintings in various painting styles.
- Proficiency with Apple, and Android media. Basic understanding of Wifi.
- Must have access to a computer, and a camera phone.
- Public Speaking or performance skills (comfortable speaking on a microphone).
- Time management and communication skills.
- Must be able to lift more than 15 lbs.
- Painting experience of at LEAST four years.
- Experience in customer service (restaurants/bars, retail, etc).
Preferred Education/Experience:
- College Degree in Art or Design related field.
- Experience leading a group of people (classroom or otherwise).
To Apply, Please Respond with, or email directly (email listed on Wine & Design Durham homepage):
- Copy of Resume,
- Link to painting portfolio, or attachments of Art Work
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Application Question(s):
- Are you available Fridays through Sundays?
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location